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SYDNEY For Lovers

IMAGE: OPERA HOUSE. PHOTO: TOURISM .

This itinerary is a three-day immersion in the world of opera at the iconic .

DAY 1

Start the day in Sydney’s Surry Hills at the Opera Australia Opera Centre – the engine room of Australia’s national opera company – where a handmade costume, and wig if needed, will be fitted by a costume dresser in preparation for your walk on role with Opera Australia two days later – Opera Australia: Star at the Sydney Opera House.

Spend the remainder of the day exploring Surry Hills, one of Sydney’s hotspots for eating, drinking, shopping IMAGE: SYDNEY ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS. PHOTO: TOURISM AUSTRALIA. and art. Artist-run TAP Gallery is there as is the Studio, one of Australia’s most celebrated DAY 2 artists, his studio has been preserved, including unfinished paintings, art equipment, reference books The green spaces and harbour vistas of Sydney Royal and his graffiti wall, covered with quotes and images. Botanic Gardens are calling. Aboriginal Heritage Tours run in the Gardens Monday to Saturday at 10am, uncovering the Royal Botanic Garden’s rich Aboriginal heritage by exploring plant uses, culture, artefacts and tasting some bush foods. Stroll through Rainforest Garden, the Palace Rose Garden, or the Fernery, a walled garden with dazzling orchids and begonias. The splendid Palm Grove has some of the oldest trees in the Gardens, a Weeping Lilly Pilly planted in 1828 and a Dragon’s Blood Tree, planted in 1862, amongst others.

If time permits, a walk to Circular Quay to take a return ferry trip on magnificent Sydney Harbour is highly recommended. IMAGE: OPERA AUSTRALIA. PHOTO: AIDAN CORRIGAN.

For further information on attractions and experiences visit culturalattractionsofaustralia.com To find out more about visiting go to visitnsw.com

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SYDNEY For Opera Lovers

IMAGE: SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE. PHOTO: TOURISM AUSTRALIA.

DAY 2 CONTINUED DAY 3

The evening’s activity is the Sydney Opera House: Start with a visit to the Art Gallery of NSW. Colonial A Taste of Opera experience. An intimate guided tour, and 19th-century Australian works and European learn about the fascinating history of one of the old masters are on display and dedicated galleries world’s most iconic buildings and be mesmerized celebrate the arts of Asia and Aboriginal and Torres by insider stories and secrets of what really happens Strait Islander art. Contemporary works are displayed behind the curtain at the Sydney Opera House. in expansive spaces with views of Sydney and The second act is an exclusive opera recital by a the harbour. If modern art appeals then Sydney’s world-class performer of a selection of famous arias, Museum of Contemporary Art in the historic Rocks with the opportunity to meet the singer and pianist district is a must. To dive deeper into the history of after the recital. For the encore, add a private dining The Rocks download the Walking The Rocks app. experience under the sails with tailor-made menus Be sure to get some rest in the afternoon in inspired by local Australian produce, accompanied by preparation for your arrival at the stage door of the fine Australian wine. Sydney Opera House at 6pm sharp. From there the experience of a lifetime unfolds - Opera Australia: Star at the Sydney Opera House. First, the Main Rehearsal Room for a briefing on your role with the Assistant Director or Stage Manager. Then on to the Dressing Room to be dressed into costume by a professional dresser. Next, wig and make-up before an official photograph and then the exhilaration of making your Sydney Opera House debut as part of the Opera Australia chorus (no singing required). Then change out of costume and return to the auditorium to watch the remainder of the performance.

IMAGE: SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE: A TASTE OF OPERA.

BOOKINGS AND MORE INFORMATION

EXPERIENCES IN THIS ITINERARY BOOKING CONTACT

1. Opera Australia: Star at the Sydney Opera House [email protected]

2. Sydney Opera House: A Taste of Opera [email protected]

For further information on attractions and experiences visit culturalattractionsofaustralia.com To find out more about visiting New South Wales go to visitnsw.com

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